Proposal 2 is important for democracy

Voting yes on Proposal 2 is so important for Michigan’s democracy. It’s also known as Voters Not Politicians. The goal is to end gerrymandering, which is a process that eliminates one political party’s vote by manipulating district lines to capture one voting group over another. We don’t want politicians picking their voters, voters should pick their politicians!

Every 10 years after the national census the voting district lines are redrawn. Proposal 2 will establish an independent redistricting commission. The commission’s 13 members would consist of five independents, four Democrats and four Republicans. At least two votes from each group will be needed to approve new districts, so that no group can manipulate the process.

Usually the lines are drawn behind closed doors. The independent redistricting commission will be transparent and welcome public input.

Please vote yes on Proposal 2 on Nov. 6. Spread the word, reach out to your family and friends.

Paul and Julie Fernandez

Clay Township, Oct. 6

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